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4 Quick Drills to Improve Infield Glove Work

Posted by Kelly Elms on Sep 12, 2019 2:00:00 PM

We all have those players who have the athletic ability to be top notch players, but they just need the extra repetitions to improve that glove work. Having quick drills that are done with minimal space and equipment can often be a key factor in getting the reps your players need to move their infield skills to the next level.

Here are a few drills (all found on Instagram!) that require very little setup and can be implemented into your practices and workouts today!

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Topics: Softball drills, softball players, softball infield drills

2 Simple Adjustments to Make You a Better Outfielder

Posted by Kelly Elms on Aug 15, 2019 8:00:00 AM

If you asked all the tee ball players in the world which position is the most boring to play, I’m fairly certain ninety-nine percent of them would say, “OUTFIELD.”

At a young age, many players do not value the significance of the outfield. However, as players get older and hitters become more powerful, having quality outfielders becomes more and more important. The outfield should be a place of focus so that your last line of defense is equipped for battle.

But how can we get our outfielders better? What should we have them focus on during pop fly drills?

Here are two simple adjustments that every outfielder can make today to make them turn balls hit in the gaps into outs.

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Topics: softball players, high school softball, college softball practice, Softball Outfield, Softball Outfield Drills

7 Follow-Worthy Softball Accounts On Instagram

Posted by Kelly Elms on Aug 1, 2019 8:00:00 AM

Let’s face it. We all love spending time scrolling through Instagram. We can connect with others, see beautiful pictures, and watch funny videos. A wealth of softball knowledge and information awaits discovery as well!

Here's our list of the best Instagram accounts to follow for the softball lovers out there.

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Topics: Softball, Softball Fundamentals, softball players, FungoMan Softball

3 Essential Performance Boosting Exercises for Softball Players

Posted by Kelly Elms on Jul 11, 2019 12:00:00 PM


Every player wants to get better, but not all athletes will put in the extra time and effort it takes to get there. The best of the best continue to work hard in their off-the-field training.

Strength and conditioning is a pivotal part of softball as we know it today. Players are increasingly stronger, quicker, and more powerful due to more effective use of the weight room and conditioning. So if you want to gain an extra boost in your softball performance, a great place to start would be with these three exercises sure to get you one step closer to your softball goals.

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Topics: Softball Practice, Softball Training, softball players, high school softball

3 Mental Strategies to Help Every Hitter’s Mindset

Posted by Kelly Elms on May 9, 2019 12:00:00 PM

Every player and coach has an offensive game plan. Offensive strategies, in particular, are constantly used throughout a game: when to lay down a bunt, how to best hit against an opposing pitcher, where to hit it with runners on base.

Strategies are all around the plate. But do you have a mental strategy? Do your players know how to think correctly while playing or know how to coach themselves while at the plate?

Here are three mental strategies every hitter can put into play today:

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Topics: softball players, high school softball, college softball practice, high school softball practice, Softball Hitting, Softball Power Hitting, Softball Hitting Drills

3 Keys High School Softball Players Need for College Softball Success

Posted by Kelly Elms on Apr 11, 2019 2:00:00 PM

Young athletes should dream big dreams. They should foresee themselves playing in a big time game or in front a large crowd.

As the popularity of college softball continues to grow, young girls get the chance to envision themselves playing the game they love while getting a college degree. Those young, aspiring athletes should be asking themselves: What will it take to get there? What will be different once I get to the next level?

There are hardly any rule changes that occur between high school softball and the collegiate game. However, if you ask any collegiate softball player, past or present, they will tell you there is a vast difference between playing for a high school or club team versus playing in college.

As a player, coach, or parent of a high school softball player, let’s take notes of these differences in order to be fully equipped for the next level.

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Topics: Softball, Softball Coaching, College Softball, softball players, high school softball, college softball practice, high school softball practice

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